National Career Development Month, observed every November, invites people at all stages of their working life to evaluate their current situations and future choices. Recent events have resulted in a spike in job vacancies across many industries and fields. Typically, people start to think about switching careers before the holidays in order to prepare for […] Read More...
It’s time once again for the ghouls and goblins to take over the streets. If you live in a kid-friendly, active Halloween neighborhood you’re likely to hear the same three words over and over on the thirty-first. If chronic joint pain is an issue, regardless of the time of year, it’s important to observe safety […] Read More...
Patients with chronic joint pain often hear recommendations to exercise. Movement aids lubrication of the joints, which in turns helps reduce stiffness and aching. That said, not all exercises are created equal. Depending on the severity of your arthritis or similar condition, certain exercises may exacerbate your pain rather than relieve it. Low-impact workouts and […] Read More...
Men suffering arthritis at an early age may have issues with fertility, according to a study conducted at Erasmus Medical Center in the Netherlands. The study, published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, reports that patients with arthritic joint pain under the age of thirty were shown to have fewer children and poorer quality […] Read More...
With the widespread reach of COVID-19, many patients recovered from the virus have reported different long-term effects. According to the CDC, reported post-COVID health problems have included headaches, fatigue and sleepiness, continued breathing problems and mood changes. Recently, researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have found a link between the disease and bone […] Read More...
Emotional and physical health go hand in hand. When aches and pain slow your progress, your condition can affect your overall mood. “Vice-versa” applies here as well, as studies have shown that issues with mental health can exacerbate symptoms of arthritis and other types of joint pain. October is Emotional Wellness Month. With the year […] Read More...
After a long night’s rest, it’s tempting to stay in bed well past your alarm. While sleep is essential for improvement of overall health, your body’s inactivity over several hours can impact joint pain and back stiffness. You’re moving again, and those early morning aches and pains make it difficult to get started. However, a […] Read More...
After a long and rough day at work, the sight of a beloved pet waiting with a joyful bark or enthusiastic purr easily brightens one’s mood. Pets are companions and friends. Whether you’ve opened your home to a dog or cat, even a bird or a cage-dwelling hamster or rabbit, you’ve not only given comfort […] Read More...
Some days go better than others. This is especially true when one lives with arthritis or another type of joint pain. Some days, despite better efforts to keep your affected joints flexible and lubricated, you may find it’s not worth the trouble to continue. This is okay. Everybody has an off day, and we are […] Read More...
The weather is cooling down, and coffee shops are advertising everything pumpkin spice. Autumn is soon upon us, and with the weather change may come adjustments in your joint pain management. It’s not uncommon to experience a rise in joint stiffness relating to temperature changes, which is why it’s important to stay active in the […] Read More...
